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Louis Paolozzi Pair of Low Back Armchairs Lounge Chairs in Red, France 1950 s
By Louis Paolozzi
Located in New York, NY
Early pair of Louis Paolozzi armchairs in original waxed canvas on solid elm legs. Upholstery in COM is available upon request at additional cost.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Croissant“ Easychair by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, 1950s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Handewitt, DE
1950s. Beautiful wood grain and patinated "Indian Red" leather. Denmark 1950s. This chair from the early
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Floral Red Barrel Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, USA 1950 s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Adrian Pearsall swivel/Tilt upholstered barrel chairs on a walnut circular plinth. Sold as is.Need
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950 s Bé Niegeman-Brand Attributed Children s Kubist Chair in Red and Black
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute little Bé Niegeman-Brand attributed painted plywood children's chair with dual seat height
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children s Furniture

Materials

Plywood

1950 s, Set of Table Red Brown Table Top and Four Pirkka Chairs by Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
with three red paints spots and 1 leg with a white stripe on the inner side (not very visible
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Red Sculptural Tubular Steel and Wood Mid-Century Modern Children Chair, 1950 s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Red Sculptural Tubular steel and Wood Mid-Century Modern Children chair, 1950's With lovely
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Children s Furniture

Materials

Steel

Wing Back Lounge Chair in Red Upholstery, Praque 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Wing Back Lounge chair in red Upholstery, Praque 1950s Large midcentury wingback armchair in red
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950 s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
An early edition "P40" Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy. This iconic model is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Carlo de Carli Lounge Chair in Burgundy Red Fabric with Nickel Feet
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
to the 1950s. The chair features a sleek, streamlined silhouette that exemplifies the modernist ethos
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Nickel

1950s Carlo de Carli Lounge Chairs in Burgundy Red Fabric with Nickel Feet
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
to the 1950s. The chair features a sleek, streamlined silhouette that exemplifies the modernist ethos
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Nickel

1950s, Danish vintage chair, red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish lounge chair. Reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman in Denmark. Very good
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Beech

1950s, pair of Danish lounge chairs, red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, pair of Danish lounge chairs. Reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman in Denmark. Very
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Beech

Pair of Italian Senior Chairs / Lounge Chairs, Marco Zanuso Style, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Argelato, BO
Marco Zanuso. These armchairs / lounge chairs have high backs and are modern wing back chairs. They
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Bistro Armchair in Beech and Red Upholstery, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century French Bistro Armchair in Beech and Red Upholstery, 1950s — Price per Chair An iconic
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Lounge Chairs by Lenzi Italy a pair on Metal and Brass Base, 1950s
By Lenzi
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair of lounge chair by Lenzi Italy velvet on metal and brass base 1950s covered with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of Four 1950 s Red Lacquered Dining Chairs
Located in Valley Village, CA
Set of four 1950's red lacquered dining chairs. Slightly curved back and elegantly proportioned
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Theatre Red Chairs, 1950s
Located in Foggia, FG
Pair of Theatre red chairs 1950s Very very nice Velvet, Iron and wood Measures Cm 50
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Vintage 1950s Club Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Set of Four Red Chairs with Armrests in Wood, France, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful set of four French chairs with oakwood frame and red wool upholstery, the armrests and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

1950s French Metal Industrial Stacking Café Bistro Chairs in Red
Located in London, GB
Industrial Design of these chairs is traditional French executed in bright red colour. The worn out look
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chairs

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Metal

1950s Xavier Pauchard Pair of Industrial Vintage Red Metal French Chairs, Tolix
Located in Milan, IT
nice original red color and the original label on the back. Collector’s note: The Model A chair
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Vintage 1950s French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Gio Ponti Style Club Chairs in Red Wool Fabric, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Winterswijk, NL
Very elegant pair of Italian club chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi, Osvaldo Borsani and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Midcentury Louis XV Style Red Silk Solid Wood Armchairs Chair , 1950s
Located in Valencia, Valencia
Unique Louis XV style handcrafted lounge set, 2 armchairs and one chair, Spain, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Louis XV Lounge Chairs

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Silk, Wood

1950s Italian Red Painted Beech Tree and Fabric Set of Six Chairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Italian set of six chairs in red painted beech tree and fabric, circa 1950.   
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Sunlounger / Deckchair in Red, Chaise Lounge / Capri Lounger, Italy, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
Sunlounger / Deckchair in red. Chaise lounge / Capri lounger, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Cees Braakman 4 Combex Wire Chairs for Pastoe, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow
By Cees Braakman
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
4 "Combex" wire chairs in metal by Cees Braakman: Red, blue, yellow and green. Plastic ball on the
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Mid-Century Italian Lounge Chairs in Red and Green Velvet
Located in Cologne, DE
the 1950s. Brand new upholstery lets the chairs shine in a new splendour. Do not hesitate to contact
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Easi-Bild Folding Red Wood Indoor Outdoor Lounge Chair with Webbing, USA, 1950s
By Klaus Grabe
Located in Maastricht, NL
A folding lounge chair, made of a red painted pine frame with a backrest and seating made of green
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Bengt Ruda, 1950s Trivia Armchairs, in birch wood and red fabric
By Bengt Ruda
Located in Milan, IT
This armchair was designed by Bengt Ruda and manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm as "Trivia" model. Bengt Ruda was a well-known Swedish furniture designer (1918-1999). He...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Children s chair scoubidou Torck - 1950 s
By Torck
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Children's chair scoubidou Torck - 1950's Cute little Torck chair, Red metal frame with bright
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Children s Furniture

Materials

Metal

1950s Cocktail Chair Red Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Fabric

Pair of Red Wicker 1950s Armchairs or Deck Chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of red wicker 1950s armchairs or deck chairs.
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Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Wicker

Mid Century 1950s-1960s Original Red Cocktail Chair Armchair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Original midcentury cocktail chair. The chair is in very good original condition, the original
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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Leather Webbed Chairmaster Chairs with Red Lacquered Frame, USA, 1950s
Located in Maastricht, NL
A pair of armchairs made of a red painted wooden frame with a brown leather webbing. The armrests
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Midcentury 1950s-1960s Original Red Cocktail Chair Armchair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury 1950s-1960s original red cocktail chair armchair. These cultic small chair of the 1960s
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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Midcentury Pair of 1950s Red Velvet and Brass Cocktail Chairs
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Nice pair of 1950s Italian style cocktail chairs. The upholstery looks to have been reupholstered
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20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

1950 s French Pair of Red Leather Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Pair of red leather curved back chairs
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Vintage 1950s French Club Chairs

Pair of Cesare Lacca Red Velvet Fireplace Upholstered Chairs from the 1950 s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of 1950's red velvet fire place chairs by Cesare Lacca, part of a living room set composed by
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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 1950 s Red Lacquered Dining Chairs
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of 4 mid-century dining chairs which have been lacquered red and upholstered in black patent
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

1950 s Harlequin Red Metal Outdoor Chairs, Set of Seven
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Harlequin red metal outdoor chairs, set of seven 1950's Harlequin red metal outdoor
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Slim Scandinavian Oak Cigar Chair / Lounge Chair with Red Wool Fabric
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and completely original lounge chair 'Cigar chair' from the 1950's covered with vintage
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950 s Slim Danish Oak Cigar Chair / Lounge Chair with Vintage Red Wool
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and completely original lounge chair 'Cigar chair' from the 1950's covered with vintage
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950 s Original Red French Tolix T2 Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Nine
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original red French Tolix T2 metal outdoor dining chairs – set of nine 1950’s original red
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s French Red Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French red metal outdoor dining chairs – set of five 1950’s French red metal outdoor dining
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s French Red Metal Stacking Outdoor Chairs, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French red metal stacking outdoor chairs, set of five 1950's French red metal stacking
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s French Red Metal Stacking Outdoor Chairs, Set of Seven
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French red metal stacking outdoor chairs, set of seven 1950's French red metal stacking
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs – Set Of Six 1950’s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs
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Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Cox Tubular red metal dining chairs – set of four 1950’s Cox Tubular red metal dining
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Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs - Good Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Cox Tubular Red Metal Dining Chairs – Good Quantities Available 1950’s Cox Tubular Red Metal
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Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Original French Multipl s Dining Chairs - Set Of Nine Red
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original French Multipl’s Dining Chairs – Set Of Nine Red 1950’s Original French Multipl’s
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s French Red Metal Stacking Outdoor Chairs, Set of Ten
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French red metal stacking outdoor chairs – set of ten. Reminiscent of Tolix but not made by
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 s Red Woven Laminate Mullca 510 Dining Chairs - Small Batch Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Red Woven Laminate Mullca 510 Dining Chairs – Small Batch Available. One of our most
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Steel

Blue, Yellow or Red Laminate Chairs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Blue, yellow or red laminate chairs, 1950s Three colors laminate stackable chairs, with metal legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950 s PEL Tubular Stacking Upholstered Dining Chair - Red Frame - Large Quantit
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s PEL Tubular Stacking Upholstered Dining Chair – Red Frame – Large Quantity Available. PEL
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Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950 s French Red Upholstered Dining Chairs By Roneo - Set Of Fourteen
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Red Upholstered Dining Chairs By Roneo – Set Of Fourteen. The phrase Roneo referred
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Textile

1950 s Red Upholstered Bistro Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s red upholstered bistro chairs – set of four 1950’s red upholstered bistro chairs – set of
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Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1950 s Red Upholstered Bistro Chairs, Set of Twelve
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s red upholstered bistro chairs – set of twelve 1950’s red upholstered bistro chairs – set of
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1950 s Red Upholstered Bistro Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Red Upholstered Bistro chairs – Set of six 1950’s Red Upholstered Bistro chairs – Set of
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

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1950s Red Chaires For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1950s red chaires for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1950s red chaires was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and wood. 1950s red chaires have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 1950s red chaires are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1950s red chaires over the years, but those made by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Osvaldo Borsani are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1950s Red Chaires?

Prices for 1950s red chaires can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1950s red chaires begin at $134 and can go as high as $36,760, while the average can fetch as much as $3,370.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About 1950s Red Chaires
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Red Blue chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, was partially inspired by the chair designs of architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also created in the hopes of designing a piece that would be simple to mass produce. Find a collection of Red Blue Chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of the red and blue chair called the Red Blue chair is to provide both physical and spiritual comfort. Its creator, Gerrit Rietveld, believed that the colors and regularly positioned planes brought harmony to rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Red Blue chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The colors that go well with red chairs are golden yellows, rich browns and olive greens. There are also many other colors that work with red chairs including frosty grays to create an icy mix or violet blues if you're looking for more aesthetically pleasing and visually stimulating. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.